The VF500 is the

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designation for its 1984-1986 498cc V-four motorcycle engine. It was used in two motorcycles, the VF500F Interceptor and the VF500C Magna V30.

Specification

Reference * Type: 498 cc,

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, V4,

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* Bore: 60.4 mm * Stroke: 44 mm * Valves: 4 per cylinder * Power: 70 hp (52.2 kW) at 12,000 rpm * Torque: 31.7 ft lb (43 Nm) at 10,500 rpm

References

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